Scientific evidence

There is strong scientific evidence supporting the benefits of mindfulness, conscious breathing, and meditation for mental and emotional health.

The mindfulness literature has grown rapidly, from a single cited article in 1966 to a staggering 2,808 in 2020.

During the 55-year period, a total of 16,581 articles were published in peer-reviewed scientific journals in the Web of Science database.

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Scientific articles by field of application.

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Stress / Anxiety

Research on mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) has increased rapidly in the last decade. The most common include mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).

Chronic Diseases

Research on mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) has shown significant growth in the field of chronic illness. Among the most prominent are Mindfulness-Based Pain Management (MBPM) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).

Cancer / Oncology

Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) has been highlighted as an effective intervention in the cancer setting. Research in the field of mindfulness has shown the benefits of MBCR in addressing stress, anxiety and improving quality of life in cancer patients.

COVID Persistent / Prolonged

Scientific evidence supports the efficacy of mindfulness in the treatment of persistent COVID. Studies show that regular mindfulness practice can help reduce persistent symptoms and improve the quality of life of affected patients.

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Allen Saunders

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Vivian Greene

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Tara Brach

The little things? The little moments?
They are not small.
Jon Kabat-Zinn

Life is only available in the present moment.
Thich Nhat Hanh

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